Premium Kerala Vacay
Trip Duration
5 Day 4 Night
Pickup & Drop
Trip Category
Domestic Packages
Itinerary
- Drive to Munnar (4-5 hrs) through scenic hills
- En route: Valara & Cheeyappara waterfalls
- Evening: Tea plantation walk
- Overnight in Munnar
- Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the Nilgiri Tahr
- Explore Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Tea Museum
- Optional jeep ride to Kolukkumalai for sunrise (if available)
- Drive to Thekkady (approx. 3.5 hrs)
- Periyar Lake boat safari
- Spice garden tour and local market walk
- Overnight in Thekkady
- Drive to Vagamon (2 hrs), a quiet offbeat hill station
- Visit Pine Forest, Kurisumala, and meadows
- Nature walks or paragliding (if available)
- Overnight in Vagamon
- Drive back to Kochi (approx. 4 hrs)
- Departure
Inclusions
- Breakfast in all the hotels and all meals on the houseboat.
- Accommodation on a double sharing basis with base category rooms in all the hotels.
- A/c Sedan Car for all transfers and sightseeing exactly as per the Itinerary.
- Toll & Park
Exclusions
- All entrances & guide charges
- All meals not mentioned above.
- All other personal expenses.
Things To Pack
Clothing:
- Light Cotton Clothes ā Breathable fabrics like cotton and linen to stay cool
- Loose Full-sleeve Shirts/Tops ā Helps with sun protection and mosquito bites
- Comfortable Shorts/Pants ā For sightseeing and travel
- Swimwear ā For beaches, backwaters, and resorts with pools
- Rain Jacket/Umbrella ā Occasional pre-monsoon showers possible
- Loose Full-sleeve Shirts/Tops ā Helps with sun protection and mosquito bites
- Comfortable Shorts/Pants ā For sightseeing and travel
- Swimwear ā For beaches, backwaters, and resorts with pools
- Rain Jacket/Umbrella ā Occasional pre-monsoon showers possible
- Comfortable Sandals/Flip-flops ā Best for beaches and casual outings
- Walking Shoes ā Essential for exploring places like Munnar or Thekkady
- Sunglasses ā Protects from strong sun glare
- Hat/Cap ā Essential for sun protection
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+) ā To avoid sunburn
- Mosquito Repellent ā Useful for evenings and forest areas
- Water Bottle ā Stay hydrated in the humid climate
- Medicines & First Aid Kit ā Any personal medication + basic first aid
- Power Bank & Chargers ā For mobile and camera
- Light Backpack ā Handy for day trips
Know Before You Go
Weather & Best Time to Visit
- April Weather: Hot & humid (28Ā°Cā35Ā°C), occasional showers
- Best Time: October to March (pleasant weather), June to September (monsoon for nature lovers)
- Pack Light & Breathable Clothes ā Cotton, linen, and sun protection (hats, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Rain Gear ā Pre-monsoon showers possible in April
- Mosquito Repellent ā Useful for backwaters and forest areas
- Comfortable Footwear ā Walking shoes for hill stations, sandals for beaches
- Public Transport: Buses & auto-rickshaws are cheap but can be crowded
- Taxis & Rental Cars: Available, but hire with a driver for convenience
- Trains & Ferries: Great for scenic journeys, especially the Alleppey backwaters
- Must-Try Dishes: Kerala Sadya (vegetarian feast), Malabar Biryani, Appam with Stew, Puttu & Kadala Curry, Karimeen (Pearl Spot Fish)
- Spices & Coconut-based Cuisine: Spicy but flavorful
- Avoid Tap Water: Stick to bottled or filtered water
- Dress Modestly at Temples: Cover shoulders and kneesNo Footwear Inside Homes/Temples ā Common custom in KeralaRespect Local Traditions: Kerala is culturally rich with festivals like Onam & Vishu
- Backwaters: Alleppey, Kumarakom (Houseboat Stay)
- Hill Stations: Munnar, Wayanad (Tea Plantations, Waterfalls)
- Beaches: Kovalam, Varkala, Marari
- Wildlife & Adventure: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thekkady, Athirapally Falls
- Ayurveda & Wellness: Try authentic Kerala massages & Ayurvedic treatments
- What to Buy: Spices, tea, coffee, handmade sarees (Kasavu), handicrafts, coir products
